Paillard Bolex H16 REX-2 Reflex Camera With Kern Switar 25mm f1.4 RX Lens
Paillard Bolex H16 REX-2 From 1963
Specification:
- Highly polished duraluminium body, covered in genuine Morocco leather. Metal parts are chrome-plated.
- Takes 100ft (30m) daylight loading spools of 16mm film.
- Automatic threading and loop forming. The end of the film is simply placed in a channel leading to the feed sprocket. The release is pressed and the film is then automatically threaded throughout the entire mechanism.
- Constant speed, spring motor mechanism; governor controlled. Large winding handle folds downward and attaches to camera when not in use. Spring cannot be over-wound. 8:1 external drive shaft permits the attachment of an electric motor.
- Rotating turret with folding lever; Accommodates three interchangeable C mount lenses.
- Viewfinder 10x magnification; Reflex viewing with semi-reflecting prism system; Groundglass focusing; Adjustable diopter for eyesight correction . The camera comes equipped with an Octometer viewfinder.
- Built-in slot holds a gelatin filter behind the taking lens and in front of the shutter.
- Speed 12, 16, 18, 24, 32, 48 and 64 frames per second
- Provision for the making of continuous exposures by a finger-tip release on the front of the camera. A side release allows for locked, hands-free running or single frame exposures.
- 133 degree variable shutter; Operated manually to decrease exposure time, or with accessory Rexofader to accomplish fade-ins and fade-outs.
- Footage counter adds and subtracts accurately in forward or reverse motion and automatically returns to zero when film is reloaded into the camera.
- A distinct click announces the passing of each 10 inches of film through the gate. This mechanism may be disengaged, if desired, by simply moving a lever.
- Twin dial counts frames individually and in total; Adds frames in forward motion and subtracts when film is wound backwards. Dial may be reset manually at any time.
- Time lapse and animation is possible by using the side release button or an accessory cable release and adapter; I-T lever allows for timed or instantaneous single exposures.
- Clutch disengages spring motor and permits forward movement and backwind without running down the spring; allows for dissolves and superimposition.
- Tripod socket 3/8″ thread
- Dimensions 8.5″ x 6″ x 3″.
- Weight 5.5 lbs.
Condition: Good working order. No damage.
Camera winds up and operates well.
Includes a Kern Switar 25mm f1.4 RX Lens. Lens is clear. Focus and aperture work well.
Exceptionally clean condition, I can’t see a single mark on the body.
